Brutus

Hi, I'm Brutus. Yes, I'm technically an adult dog... but spiritually I am a large enthusiastic puppy who hasn't quite realized how big he is yet.<br/><br/>My favorite hobbies include:<br/><br/>• Melting dramatically into my person for pets<br/>• Supervising work calls by snoring in the background<br/>• Learning new things so I can hear “good boy” (my favorite phrase)<br/>• Climbing onto furniture like I'm a tiny cat trapped in a very large dog body<br/><br/>Seriously, if there is a couch, chair, ottoman, or suspiciously climbable surface nearby, I will probably attempt to scale it. Personal boundaries and “four paws on the floor” are still concepts I'm working on. Apparently not every piece of furniture was designed to hold 58 pounds of determined cuddle bug. News to me.<br/><br/>The good news? I'm smart, eager to please, and I genuinely enjoy training. I'd really thrive with someone experienced who can continue teaching me structure, boundaries, and good household manners. I'm the kind of dog who comes with a lot of potential and a huge goofy personality.<br/><br/>I'm already a pretty responsible dude in a lot of ways. I'm crate trained, potty trained, and I sleep through the night like a champ. In the mornings I enjoy some training time and a nice walk before settling in for my important daytime job: Professional Napper During Zoom Meetings.<br/><br/>I'm very attentive and I really love my person. I'm the kind of dog who checks in, listens, and tries hard to get it right. I bond deeply with my humans and love being involved in whatever you're doing. If you want a dog who wants to be your sidekick 24/7, I'm absolutely your guy.<br/><br/>I also recently had elbow surgery to help correct some joint issues, and I'm currently recovering like a champ. My future family should be prepared to help me stay healthy with low-impact exercise, good weight management, and continued structure while I heal and grow stronger. Long walks and adventures with my person? Amazing. Launching myself off furniture like a WWE wrestler? Apparently not ideal for my long-term career plans.<br/><br/>Because I'm a big, intelligent working-breed mix, I do best with consistency, clear boundaries, and continued training. I'm extremely people-focused, eager to learn, and very rewarding to work with for someone who enjoys building a strong bond with their dog.<br/><br/>I'm looking for an adult-only home where I can be the one and only pet. I really love having my people to myself and feel most comfortable in a calm, structured environment without other animals around. Cats are definitely not my thing, and I can get overstimulated around other dogs, so I'll thrive best as your one-and-only sidekick.<br/><br/>I also need thoughtful management around food and high-value items, so I'm looking for someone experienced, patient, and committed to continuing my training and helping me succeed. In return, you get a deeply loyal, affectionate dog who wants nothing more than to be near his person and included in daily life.<br/><br/>With the right structure and consistency, I'm an incredibly rewarding dog. I'm affectionate, expressive, hilarious, and full of personality. I want a person who sees my potential, appreciates my giant-puppy energy, and wants a best friend to learn and grow alongside.<br/><br/>If you're looking for a loyal sidekick, a big cuddle bug, and a dog who will absolutely lean his full body weight against you for pets... I might be your guy.<br/><br/>— Brutus

Hi, I'm Brutus. Yes, I'm technically an adult dog... but spiritually I am a large enthusiastic puppy who hasn't quite realized how big he is yet.

My favorite hobbies include:

• Melting dramatically into my person for pets
• Supervising work calls by snoring in the background
• Learning new things so I can hear “good boy” (my favorite phrase)
• Climbing onto furniture like I'm a tiny cat trapped in a very large dog body

Seriously, if there is a couch, chair, ottoman, or suspiciously climbable surface nearby, I will probably attempt to scale it. Personal boundaries and “four paws on the floor” are still concepts I'm working on. Apparently not every piece of furniture was designed to hold 58 pounds of determined cuddle bug. News to me.

The good news? I'm smart, eager to please, and I genuinely enjoy training. I'd really thrive with someone experienced who can continue teaching me structure, boundaries, and good household manners. I'm the kind of dog who comes with a lot of potenti

Hi, I'm Brutus. Yes, I'm technically an adult dog... but spiritually I am a large enthusiastic puppy who hasn't quite realized how big he is yet.

My favorite hobbies include:

• Melting dramatically into my person for pets
• Supervising work calls by snoring in the background
• Learning new things so I can hear “good boy” (my favorite phrase)
• Climbing onto furniture like I'm a tiny cat trapped in a very large dog body

Seriously, if there is a couch, chair, ottoman, or suspiciously climbable surface nearby, I will probably attempt to scale it. Personal boundaries and “four paws on the floor” are still concepts I'm working on. Apparently not every piece of furniture was designed to hold 58 pounds of determined cuddle bug. News to me.

The good news? I'm smart, eager to please, and I genuinely enjoy training. I'd really thrive with someone experienced who can continue teaching me structure, boundaries, and good household manners. I'm the kind of dog who comes with a lot of potential and a huge goofy personality.

I'm already a pretty responsible dude in a lot of ways. I'm crate trained, potty trained, and I sleep through the night like a champ. In the mornings I enjoy some training time and a nice walk before settling in for my important daytime job: Professional Napper During Zoom Meetings.

I'm very attentive and I really love my person. I'm the kind of d